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Zatanna

YC W26

San Francisco, US · Founded 2025 · 2 employees · 5 known investors

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Zatanna reverse-engineers the network traffic behind web portals and APIs to create stable, callable endpoints for AI agents. The platform serves startups in healthcare, logistics, hospitality and other sectors that need programmatic access to internal tools and portals without public APIs.

Also known as NoPoll, Inc.

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaSUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W26)

Zatanna was founded in 2025 by Alex Blackwell and Tarun Vedula.

ABAlex Blackwell
Alex BlackwellCo-founder · CTOAlex Blackwell serves as CTO at Zatanna and previously worked at Pikkit on anti-bot circumvention technology.
TVTarun Vedula
Tarun VedulaCo-FounderTarun Vedula is CEO of Zatanna and studied at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
RV
Rithvik Vanga

Investors · 5

Venture Investment AssociatesreportedPeapack

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WefunderreportedSan Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

What does Zatanna do?
Zatanna reverse-engineers the network traffic behind web portals and APIs to create stable, callable endpoints for AI agents. The platform serves startups in healthcare, logistics, hospitality and other sectors that need programmatic access to internal tools and portals without public APIs.
Who founded Zatanna?
Zatanna was founded by Alex Blackwell, Tarun Vedula in 2025.
Who are Zatanna's investors?
Zatanna's investors include Y Combinator, Kleiner Perkins, Venture Investment Associates, Wefunder, Zapier.
Where is Zatanna headquartered?
Zatanna is headquartered in San Francisco, US.